Comparison

AC Remote vs Smart AC Remote Controller App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

AC Remote

Control compatible Wi-Fi air conditioners remotely from your iPhone. Manage temperature, mode, and fan speed for multiple units. Requires Wi-Fi or HomeKit connection; does not support infrared-only units.

Highlights
  • Remote AC control via Wi-Fi
  • HomeKit integration
  • Manage multiple air conditioners
  • Adjust temperature, mode, fan speed
  • Set off timer
  • Find compatible devices
Read full description

Control your compatible Wi-Fi air conditioner from your iPhone on your home network, or through Apple HomeKit. BEFORE YOU SUBSCRIBE Your air conditioner must be connected to Wi-Fi or HomeKit. Infrared-only units are not supported, and iPhone cannot send IR signals. This app does not replace an IR remote. WORKS WITH - Apple HomeKit accessories - Gree, Midea, Daikin and Tuya-based Wi-Fi devices on the same network - Some Tuya and newer Midea devices require a key or token to pair Compatibility varies by model. KEY FEATURES - Control temperature, mode, fan speed and swing, where your device supports them - Manage multiple air conditioners in one app - Find compatible devices on your Wi-Fi network - Set an off timer - Clean, simple interface SUBSCRIPTION AC Remote offers Weekly, Monthly and Yearly subscriptions that remove ads and unlock all features. The price and billing period are shown on the purchase screen in your local currency before you confirm. - Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://alcheclub.co/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://alcheclub.co/privacy-policy/

About

Smart AC Remote Controller App

Control your air conditioner remotely from your phone. Adjust temperature, modes, and timers for most major AC brands. Works with IR blasters or Wi-Fi smart units.

Highlights
  • Universal AC brand compatibility
  • Real-time temperature and mode adjustments
  • Timer and sleep mode functions
  • IR blaster or Wi-Fi control
  • Manage multiple AC devices
  • No external hardware required for IR
Features
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Control your air conditioner with ease using AC Remote - the ultimate smart remote control app for all major AC brands and models. Whether you're at home or away, adjust the temperature, change modes, or set a timer right from your phone. Key Features: - Compatible with most AC brands - Intuitive interface with real-time control - Power On/Off, Mode, Fan Speed, Swing, and Temperature settings - Timer and Sleep mode functions - Works via built-in IR blaster or Wi-Fi-enabled smart AC units - Save and manage multiple AC devices in one app - No external hardware needed for IR-compatible phones Whether your AC remote is lost or you’re simply looking for a smarter way to stay cool, AC Remote puts powerful control in your hands. Easy to set up and even easier to use, it's the perfect companion for your air conditioning system. Download AC Remote today and take full control of your cooling comfort! We only share anonymized app usage data with Apple to help stop refund fraud. You can find our full refund policy in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Contact us: faizulhassan6860@gmail.com Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Wezkn1ZMtfxlOs5hdV4L2swqrbx0NwraO2LWKfRxYk/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AC Remote4 screens
Smart AC Remote Controller App4 screens

Verdict

The call

AC Remote and Smart AC Remote Controller App both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 43% of Smart AC Remote Controller App's written reviews are positive against 0% of AC Remote's. Smart AC Remote Controller App also leads on ads (none vs shown). AC Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (16.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AC Remote sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Smart AC Remote Controller App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for AC Remote against 4.5 for Smart AC Remote Controller App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 120 and 88 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of AC Remote's written reviews are positive against 43% of Smart AC Remote Controller App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AC Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, Smart AC Remote Controller App every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AC Remote versus Smart AC Remote Controller App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAC RemoteSmart AC Remote Controller App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (120 ratings) — better4.5 (88 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews42.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings120 — better88
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB107 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperALCHE CLUB COMPANY LIMITEDFaiz Ul Hassan

Customer experience

AC Remote

All ratings120 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Smart AC Remote Controller App

All ratings80 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral1.3%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

AC Remote

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly Premium$2.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly$7.997 Days
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  • Premium Monthly Trial3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium1 Month trial$69.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly Trial3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium$29.99
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99
5 purchases

Smart AC Remote Controller App

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Limited7 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Monthly Subscription$19.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is AC Remote free?
AC Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart AC Remote Controller App free?
Smart AC Remote Controller App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AC Remote or Smart AC Remote Controller App?
AC Remote is rated higher. AC Remote averages 4.5 out of 5 from 120 ratings, while Smart AC Remote Controller App averages 4.5 from 88 ratings.
Do AC Remote or Smart AC Remote Controller App have ads?
AC Remote shows ads; Smart AC Remote Controller App does not.
Which is updated more often, AC Remote or Smart AC Remote Controller App?
AC Remote ships an update every 2 weeks, and Smart AC Remote Controller App every 3 weeks. Most recently, AC Remote was updated on November 5, 2026 and Smart AC Remote Controller App on November 5, 2026.

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